December 6, 07:42 PM • 3308 viewsDecember 4, 02:10 PM • 43048 viewsHamas reports about 100 dead as a result of an Israeli air strike on a school in Gaza. Israel denies the number of casualties and claims to have attacked Hamas militants in the compound.
Iran may soon supply Russia with hundreds of Fath 360 short-range ballistic missiles. the Russian military is undergoing training in Iran to use these missiles, and a contract for the supply has already been signed.
A clash between two armed groups took place in the suburbs of Tripoli. At least 9 people were killed and 16 wounded in the hours-long firefight.
The harvest of soft wheat in France this year will amount to 26. 3 million tons, which is 24.9% less than in 2023. The harvest of barley, durum wheat and oats is also expected to be lost, but corn production will increase by 9%.
In July, China suffered economic losses of $10. 1 billion due to natural disasters, mainly rains and floods. 26.4 million people were affected, 328 were killed or went missing, and thousands of homes and crops were damaged.
A new Ipsos poll shows Kamala Harris with 42% of voter support to Donald Trump's 37%. In seven key states, Harris leads Trump by 42% to 40%.
The leaders of the United States, Egypt, and Qatar initiated urgent talks between Israel and Hamas on August 15. The goal is to conclude a ceasefire agreement and release hostages.
A former Canadian diplomat was detained in Switzerland on suspicion of spying for China.
Iraqi security forces detain five people involved in a missile attack on the Ain al-Assad air base that injured U. S. troops.
The UAE has banned Eswatini flagged vessels that help transport Russian oil from entering its ports. This is yet another step by the UAE to distance itself from risky vessels associated with the Russian "shadow fleet.
The IAEA is monitoring the situation around the Kursk nuclear power plant after reports of a border breakthrough by Ukrainian forces. Rosgvardia has stepped up security at the plant and allocated additional forces.
At least 40 people were killed in new Israeli bombings in the Gaza Strip. The attacks targeted the Al-Bureij refugee camp and schools in eastern Gaza City, according to the Hamas health department.
Russia and China plan to use barter trade in the fall due to payment problems. This will allow them to circumvent Western sanctions and reduce the visibility of transactions for regulators.
Oil prices jumped due to concerns about supply risks in the Middle East and declining US inventories. Brent rose to $78.39 and WTI to $75.39 per barrel, recovering from the lows of 2024.
NASA has postponed the SpaceX flight to September due to problems with Boeing Starliner engines. Options for returning astronauts are being considered, including the use of a SpaceX capsule, which could delay their return until 2025.
Mexico has invited Putin to the inauguration of newly elected President Claudia Sheinbaum on October 1. Mexico has ratified the Rome Statute and should arrest Putin if he arrives, as the ICC has issued an arrest warrant for him.
Google can avoid antitrust actions by terminating its default search agreement with Apple. This could cost Apple up to $20 billion in profits, but will accelerate its transition to AI-based search services.
In Nigeria, tailors and their sponsors were detained for making Russian flags for anti-government protests. The authorities regarded the use of a foreign flag at the rallies as treason.
The German company Hugo Boss has completed the sale of its Russian business to the wholesale company Stockman. The amount of the deal was not disclosed, but the Russian authorities require a discount of at least 50% when Western companies sell their business in Russia.
A 39-year-old Polish man accused of attacking Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has told a court he does not remember anything. He denied responsibility, citing alcohol consumption and a 'bad day'.
At least five US military personnel were injured in a missile strike on the Al-Asad air base in Iraq. One of the wounded is in serious condition, and the number of casualties may increase.
Al-Asad military air base in Iraq was attacked by missiles. Katyusha missiles hit US and other forces twice, but there is no information on damage or casualties.
Harris Channel considers Josh Shapiro and Tema water as candidates for vice president of the United States. The election won't be announced until August 6, a key decision for her campaign against Republicans.
The Iranian foreign ministry declares the right to punish Israel, but does not want an escalation in the Middle East. The United States is strengthening its military presence in the region due to fears of a possible Iranian attack on Israel.
Oil prices fell due to a sell-off in the stock market, caused by fear of a recession in the United States. The decline is limited due to the loss of supplies from Libya and the risk of an escalation of the conflict in the Middle East.
Gold prices fell by 2% due to the liquidation of positions by investors amid a sell-off of shares. Analysts believe that the attractiveness of gold as a safe asset remains high amid fears of a recession in the United States.
German brand Hugo Boss has sold its business in Russia to its wholesale partner Stockmann. The company has completely withdrawn from the Russian market due to the war in Ukraine, having fulfilled its contractual obligations to its partners.
Australia has raised the terrorist threat level from “possible” to “probable” due to the growth of extremist views.
The Chinese Coast Guard reported observations of Philippine patrol and fishing vessels near the Sabina Shoal.
Mali has severed diplomatic relations with Ukraine over the ISI's comments on the fighting in the north of the country.
